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The Scene
The most fun things to do and places to be in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
Kraken Kourts
A 70,000-square-foot pickleball and roller skating complex is opening in D.C. on Friday. Kraken Kourts boasts 14 pickleball courts, D.C.'s only indoor roller skating rink, table tennis, a beer-garden-style tavern, private cabanas and yard games, positioning itself as a new destination for big group outings and birthday parties.
Make reservations for courts ($15-$75 per hour) and skating ($8-$12 for individuals, plus $5 skate rentals), plus cabanas for your crew.
EU Open House — Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
European Union nations will open their embassy gates for an annual open house featuring snacks. Here’s more info about what embassies will offer, plus a map of participating embassies.
DC Plant Week — Through Sun.
Calling all plant parents and blossoming green thumbs. Little Leaf is sprouting its week of deals, workshops and community events, including plant swaps, the Grounded Day Party and Pop-Up at Selina Hotel (Sat.) and Mother's Day DIY terrarium classes in Alexandria. Here’s the full schedule and list of store discounts.
JxJ Festival — 5/11 to 5/21
Catch more than 50 film screenings, concerts and talks at the Jewish Film and Music Festival. You’ll find programming in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, including a Saturday performance by the Shalva Band, showcasing the talents of differently-abled artists. Details.
Maryland Craft Beer Festival — Sat., noon to 5 p.m.
Hop up to Frederick to sample some of Maryland’s top brews. Dozens of breweries, including some that aren’t open to the public, will pour more than 200 beers. Tickets must be purchased in advance and cost between $15 for a designated driver and $45 for a tasting pass. Details.
Music Snob Concert Picks
The Iguanas, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, The Hamilton, $20+
The Iguanas play a multicultural blend of roots rock steeped in Latin styles and always with a nod to their hometown New Orleans. Details.
Chisel, 8 p.m. Saturday, Black Cat, $25
Before Ted Leo had his Pharmacists, he was pushing pop punk in this D.C.- based trio. Catchy, heartfelt tunes and vocal harmonies galore. Details.
More Things to Do in Washington DC
- 🌺 Hawaiian Voyaging and Dance: Sat., National Museum of the American Indian, 💸🚫
- 🌹 Georgetown Flower Tour: Sat., 💲💲+
- 🤼♂️ Lucha Libre: Sat. and Sun., Hook Hall, 💲💲+
- 🍅 DC Veg Week: Through Sat.
- 🎶 Dia de La Madre concert: Sat., La Cosecha, 💸🚫
- 🎤 Eurovision 2023 Watch Party: Sat., DC9 Nightclub, 💸🚫
- 🧘♀️ Mother's Day Yoga + Crystal Bowl Sound Bath: Sun., National Building Museum, 💲💲
- ☕ Cocktails for Tea Lovers: Sun., Shop Made in DC - Georgetown, 💲💲💲
More Things to Do in Maryland
- 👩🎨 Bethesda Fine Arts Festival: Sat. and Sun., Woodmont Triangle, 💸🚫
- 🛍 Takoma Flea: Sat., Takoma Park, 💸🚫
- 📚 Books in Bloom: Sat., Columbia, 💸🚫 FYI: Chasten Buttigieg and Nikki Giovanni headline
More Things to Do in Virginia
- 🔔 Freedom Concert at the Netherlands Carillon: Weds., GW Memorial Parkway, 💸🚫
- 🖌 Late Shift: AAPI Heritage: Fri., Torpedo Factory Art Center, 💸🚫
- 🦖 Jurassic Encounter: Through 5/14, Centreville, 💲💲
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